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 ## Our Pledge
 
 In the interest of fostering an open and welcoming environment, we as
-contributors and maintainers pledge to making participation in our project and
+contributors and maintainers pledge to participate in our project and
 our community a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of age, body
 size, disability, ethnicity, sex characteristics, gender identity and expression,
 level of experience, education, socio-economic status, nationality, personal